We’ve had a long six months in Colorado, in the nation and in the world. COVID-19 has tested us all – personally and professionally. We remain confident that we are doing everything possible to ensure Colorado is on track to recover and rebuild – and most importantly, rehire – from this pandemic. Compared to other … Read Post
Gov. Polis’ office has issued an FAQ week to clarify the state’s mandatory mask order, including rules on when masks are required in the workplace. The FAQ document says employees can remove their masks if they are alone in a room, such as an office with the door closed, but they must wear masks in … Read Post
COVID, Delayed Session and Numerous Anti-Business Bills Mark 2020 Session The 2020 session was full of challenges – some we anticipated, but others – like the COVID-19 pandemic – we couldn’t have imagined. In the weeks since lawmakers left the Capitol in June, we’ve had time to reflect on the session, which started with a … Read Post
The Colorado Supreme Court unanimously agreed with our coalition’s position that electronic signature gathering violates Colorado’s Constitution, ruling against Gov. Jared Polis’s executive order and aligning with a lawsuit filed by members of the business community. The Court issued the ruling Wednesday. As we shared with you in May, the Chamber led a statewide coalition that came out … Read Post
The 2020 session at Denver Metro Chamber State of the State. A legislative session that began with several costly proposals later dropped, such as state-run paid family leave and a state health insurance option, ended with a battle over bills that added additional burdens and costs to business, such as unemployment insurance and roll-backs to … Read Post
As you all saw, the legislature reconvened the session on May 26 after an emergency recess due to COVID-19. Late yesterday, the 2020 session formally came to a close. Whew! We were told legislation would be “fast, free and friendly” during the few weeks we were back in session, but that isn’t how we would describe our … Read Post
In the two weeks since the legislative session resumed, the Chamber has weighed in on numerous bills, including sweeping roll-backs to tax relief policies, changes to how the reinsurance program is funded and a paid sick leave mandate. We were optimistic during the short recess that legislators would be motivated to help businesses during this … Read Post
